How To Fix ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN041 - Logon user is not authorized to assign profile &1 to BI users

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN - Messeges for BI content generation

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Logon user is not authorized to assign profile &1 to BI users

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN041 - Logon user is not authorized to assign profile &1 to BI users ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN041 indicates that the logon user does not have the necessary authorization to assign a specific profile to Business Intelligence (BI) users. This typically occurs in the context of managing user roles and authorizations within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with BI content.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user attempting to assign the profile does not have the required authorizations in the SAP system. This could be due to missing roles or permissions that are necessary for managing BI user profiles.
  Profile Restrictions: The profile being assigned may have restrictions or specific conditions that the user does not meet.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the BI system that prevent the assignment of profiles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify the authorizations of the user who is trying to assign the profile. This can be done using transaction code SU53 to analyze the last authorization check.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include permissions for managing BI users and profiles.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary roles, you may need to assign the appropriate roles that include the required authorizations. This can typically be done by a system administrator or a user with the necessary privileges.
  
  
  
  Review Profile Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the profile being assigned to ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the assignment based on the user's current roles or authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to user authorizations and BI content management for specific guidance on required roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to roles or authorizations, test the assignment again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance - to manage user profiles and roles.
  PFCG: Role Maintenance - to create or modify roles and assign authorizations.
  SU53: Display Authorization Check - to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  BI Content Management: Familiarize yourself with the BI content management processes and best practices to ensure proper user and profile management.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation and resolution.